One of the biggest changes from our bathroom makeover was when we framed our builder-grade mirrors. We were trying to do this bathroom makeover project as inexpensively as we could while still updating the look, and we think framing the mirror and adding some metal accents really improved everything overall while keeping the cost down.
Here is how we did it!
Materials
– 4 pieces of 1×4 Knotty Alder wood cut to length
-One extra piece of 1/4″ scrap wood to sit above the mirror to create a flush surface
-miter saw
–Stain in color of choice and paper towels or old rags to rub it on. We used THIS stain.
– 4 L brackets– We spray painted ours black
– 8 black screws: we could not find just black screws in the hardware section, so we bought a little kit that included at least 8 black screws, and the whole kit only cost a few bucks, so it was worth it to us.
-Drill with driver bit
-Small drill bit for pilot hole
– 1 tube of Gorilla Glue Adhesive
Directions:
Begin by cutting your wood to the length using 45* miter angles.
Stain your wood using paper towels or an old rag. I REALLY wanted an aged look and spent quite a while at Home Depot testing different stains on various woods, and after a LOT of trial and error, we discovered the stain we bought to be the one. (See above.)
Once dry, lay out your frame on a flat surface and ensure all angles match up nicely. And if not, try again. Ha!
Then, glue the inside of the corners making sure not to use too much glue so it doesn’t seep out.
Next, center the L brackets on each corner and drill pilot holes before screwing them into place.
Next, place the frame over the mirror to make sure it fits, and then with a dry erase marker, roughly trace the inside of the frame onto the mirror so that you have a guideline for where to glue. Using tight S patterns, apply the Gorilla Glue on the mirror about an inch or so inside the line you made so that when the wood presses against it, it doesn’t squirt out the sides.
Once the glue is on the mirror, place the frame over the glue, make sure it is level, and press firmly until secure. That’s it!
Thanks for stopping by!
Oh I love this! We are thinking of doing this!
You MUST! Makes such a difference!
What is the wall color ?
Love the floor !! What is it and where can I get?
Ooooh you’re getting me inspired! I have two unframed bathroom mirrors and they’re driving me nuts. I think I have my next home project!!!
YES! It’s such a game-changer!
I love the stain color! And the size is brilliant. So light and useful!
I love it, too! I tried SO many before landing on this one!
Gorgeous! Great couple project to do with my husband
They’re pretty simple for sure!
Thanks for sharing this. We have the same lights in your before picture in our bathroom and I would like to change out. We also have a big mirror I would like to put a frame on as well.
I am so glad it was helpful for you!
If you end up doing it, please let me know! I would love to see it!
Can you walk me through what you did with the extra scrap wood?? Did you screw it into studs? Then used gorilla glue for the top? Thanks! Looks stunning and I would love to update ours too!
Oooh I had the exact same question! Do you screw the frame into the scrap wood at the top? Or gorilla glue it on? Is it weird that I’m worried the extra weight of the wood frame will pull the whole mirror off the wall?
Will check back hoping for a response =D
I have definitely pinned this image before. Love it!!
I am so glad! Thank you!
Wow, this turned out great! You’re so crafty, I wish I could make this!
YOu absolutely can! I think the toughest part is cutting the angles, but relatively simple!
This turned out so beautiful!! Framed mirrors can be so expensive, this DIY is awesome!
YES! They absolutely can be so pricey! Thank you very much!
A framed mirror completely transforms a bathroom. Lovely!
I so agree! Thank you very much!
This makes such a difference, I’m obsessed with your bathroom!!
Sydney
anchoredinthesouth.com
Thank you so much, Sydney! I appreciate the kind words!
This is so cute! Will definitely try this for my new home!
Please let me know how it turns out!
Hi! This looks great, I’m going to give it a try. Also do you know what color was used to paint your cabinets? I really love that blue gray color and I want to use it. Thank you!
Love this DIY! It’s so simple & has a super strong impact on the bathroom
Thank you, thank you!! I appreciate it!
What a great idea! You did such a great job too.
Thank you so very much!
I love that mirror frame! This is something my husband could easily do.
YES! It really is pretty simple!
This looks great! I’ve been looking for a new mirror for ours. I think I will try this instead. Thanks for sharing.
You are so welcome! Such a cheaper alternative!
I love this idea! What a cool way to transform your bathroom mirror, I really like how industrial it looks, and not to mention your bathroom is amazing!
~xo Sheree
poshclassymom.com
Thank you, Sheree! I appreciate it very much!!
OMG! I love this! I have been wanting to do something with all our builder grade mirrors in all the bathrooms, but couldn’t figure out what to do!
This is your solution! Haha! It’s so inexpensive!
Did you stencil paint the tile, or is that new tile?? I followed your directions and our downstairs bathroom looks incredible!!
I bought the same stain, but it looks blue-ish. Does your stain look blue at all?
So cute! Could you tell me the color you used on your cabinets?
Where did you get the flooring and the blue cabinet? I love them both!
What color paint is the vanity?!
What color did you paint the vanity?
I am super curious after some time, has it held up with the moisture in the bathroom? I know Gorilla Glue is tuff but I have trust issues with such a heavy project.
I love this!! What color is your vanity?? That color is BEAUTIFUL!!
Hi I have plain white cabinets and I could not help but notice and (love) the color of these. Do you happen to know what color they are painted or are they custom? Thanks!
I would love to know where you got the 4 light above mirror
Bathroom looks great! Where’d you get the light fitting from? Love it!
Beautiful bathroom! Where did you find the floor tile?
I would love to know the color of your cabinet. T
Your bathroom is beautiful.
I would like to know what is the color
Name of the blue
Used to remake bathroom
Cupboards.
Sincerely,
Hi there. Where is your flooring from? I love it!
Where did you get your vanity from
Hi! I love the blue you chose for cabinets. What is the name of the color?
What color paint is the vanity?
What color is this vanity? I love it and would like to buy it tomorrow.
Hi! Really love the blue vanity! What color is it?
What color did you paint the cabinets?
What shade of blue is that on the vanity ?
What color blue is your Vanity? I love the whole look!!
What color are is the cabinet and wall?
So these many years later is your frame still going strong ? 3 questions
1. Where did you get knotty Adler wood
2. Do you see the glue, back side of the frame in the mirror ?
3. Did you have clips holding your mirror up?
Thanks
What paint color is on the cabinets?